Aaron Becker facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Aaron Becker
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| Born | 1974 Baltimore, Maryland, USA |
| Occupation | Illustrator, Writer |
| Alma mater | Pomona College |
| Genre | Children's literature, picture books |
| Notable works | Journey, Quest |
| Notable awards | Caldecott Honor (2014) |
Aaron Becker (born 1974) is an American writer and illustrator who creates books for kids. He is most famous for his wordless picture book, Journey. This book received great reviews and won a special award called the Caldecott Honor in 2014.
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Aaron Becker's Creative Journey
Aaron Becker is a talented artist and author. He brings stories to life with his amazing drawings. His books often take readers on exciting adventures.
The Journey Trilogy
Aaron Becker is well-known for his Journey trilogy. These are wordless picture books. This means the story is told only through the pictures.
Journey: The First Adventure
Journey was the first book in the series. It came out in August 2013. This book was very popular. It even won a Caldecott Honor in 2014.
Quest: Continuing the Story
Quest is the second book in the trilogy. It was released in August 2014. Many people thought Quest might also win a Caldecott Award. It was praised by National Public Radio (NPR).
Return: The Final Chapter
The last book in the trilogy is Return. It was published in August 2016. This book also received many positive reviews.
Other Wonderful Books
Aaron Becker has written several other picture books. Each one tells a unique story.
A Stone for Sascha
In May 2018, Becker published "A Stone for Sascha." This book was reviewed by many important publications. It was well-received by readers.
Recent Works
"You Are Light" came out in March 2019. "My Favorite Color" followed in September 2020. "One Sky" was released in September 2022. His 2023 book, The Tree and the River, won a major award. It received the Carnegie Medal for Illustration in 2024. His latest book, "The Last Zookeeper," was published in March 2024.
Becker's Animation Work
Before writing his own books, Aaron Becker worked in animated films. He helped create scenes for several popular movies. These included The Polar Express (2004) and Cars (2006). He also worked on Monster House (2006) and A Christmas Carol (2009).
About Aaron Becker
Aaron Becker was born in 1974. He grew up in Baltimore, Maryland. He went to Baltimore City College High School. Later, he studied at Pomona College and graduated in 1996. Today, he lives and works in Amherst, Massachusetts.
Aaron Becker's Published Books
Here is a list of books written and illustrated by Aaron Becker:
- Journey Trilogy (Candlewick Press)
- A Stone for Sascha (May 2018) ISBN: 9780763665968
- You Are Light (March 2019) ISBN: 9781536201154
- My Favorite Color (September 2020) ISBN: 9781536214741
- One Sky (September 2022) ISBN: 9781536225365
- The Tree and the River (April 2023) ISBN: 9781529516760
- The Last Zookeeper (March 2024) ISBN: 9781536227680
